Kobe Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery, To Be Ready For Camp

Los Angeles, CA, United States (AHN) – Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is expected to be ready in time for training camp after undergoing successful surgery on his right knee, multiple sources reported Friday.

The Lakers confirmed Bryant, 31, is currently rehabilitating following a non-complicated arthroscopic surgery on his right knee last week.

Bryant battled multiple injuries – knee ailments, a broken finger, and back spasms – last season to carry the Lakers to their second consecutive NBA championships.

Last week’s surgery also marked the third time Bryant had his knee repaired after going under the knife in the summer of 2003 and 2006.

In spite of the injuries, Bryant remained resilient and focused in his drive for another NBA championship ring.

After missing nine games in the regular-season, Bryant erupted in the postseason, where he averaged 30.3 points on 47.3 field goals shooting.

Bryant was brilliant for the Lakers in their come-from-behind 4-3 series win over their rival, the Boston Celtics, in the 2010 NBA Finals.

Kobe was named the NBA Finals MVP for the second straight year, solidifying his legacy as one of the best basketball players ever.

Bryant expressed his appreciation to USA Basketball chairman Jerry Colangelo for permitting him to take a leave from the USA Team, which is currently preparing for the World Championships in August.

“Having the summer off from USA Basketball, Mr. Colangelo was very understanding about my situation and I greatly appreciate that, that gives me more time to make sure I’m completely ready to go [next season],” Bryant told ESPN.

The Lakers expect Bryant to be 100 percent healthy in time for training camp in September.

With the arrival of their new acquisitions (Steve Blake, Matt Barnes, and Theo Ratliff), the Lakers look primed for another championship run in the 2010-2011 season.

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